When it comes to home building, is bigger always better? That depends on your future. When approaching the process of building a home for your family, it can be difficult to know exactly how big your ideal house plan should be. Even understanding an appropriate range can be difficult. Where should one begin? What are the important factors to consider when deciding upon the size of the home to build? Typically, your goals will correspond directly with the space needed so let’s talk about the factors to consider when it comes to square footage.
As you start to decide which square footage range is the right for you and your family, there are several main factors to consider and questions to answer.
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Exactly how many bedrooms will you require for the long term? Most house plans have 3-5 bedrooms so consider the future of your family to determine if you need more or fewer bedrooms than you currently have. Read this blog post to help you determine how many bedrooms you really need in your new home.
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An additional consideration when it comes to square footage is what are your storage needs? If you have lots of sporting goods, or if you’re a sewing enthusiast, or if your children are avid lacrosse players, it will impact the amount of closet space you need.
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